It is with great sadness that the Belding family announces the passing of our father James "Jim" Owen Belding. He battled a prolonged illness for several months which took his life in the early morning hours of February 21st, 2020. He was surrounded by loving family and was comfortable in his final hours.
Jim Belding was born in 1941 to Violet and Arthur Belding in Beloit, Wisconsin. He has one surviving sibling, Charles Belding who continues to reside in Beloit.
In 1965, he moved to Stuart, Florida and began operating a local gas station (Amoco) for a number of years, until he was drawn to his life-long passion of custom cabinetry and construction. This profession allowed him to leave a lasting impression by many people throughout Martin County.
It was during his years at the gas station that he met the love of his life Lois and later married. He was a devoted father and raised his family in the community he considered home. He was well loved, respected, and he will be missed by many.
We would like to thank Vitas Health Services for their assistance in the care of our father.
In lieu of flowers please make donations to Southeast Honor Flight, PO Box 1503, Stuart, FL 34995.